Program Manager, WE Schools

WE is a movement that brings people together and gives them the tools to change the world. Our vision is to shift the world from “me” to “we.” Our mission is to empower all people to change the world, locally and globally, achieving transformative outcomes for themselves and others.

The Program Manager, WE Schools will increase and maintain a high‑touch portfolio of select participating schools and educators who are involved in WE’s fundraising and awareness raising campaigns and activities. The Program Manager, WE Schools will be the key relationship manager for a portfolio of schools and is responsible for target setting that will result in retention, deepened engagement and increased fundraising involvement from year‑to‑year.

This individual must be passionate and committed to the core beliefs of the organization—the WE.org Philosophy.

• Manage a portfolio of high‑touch schools who are actively involved in WE Schools programming and campaigns.
• Serve as an advisor and liaison to schools/educators and provide them with resources and support to implement WE Charity fundraisers and awareness raisers.
• Create and execute a robust communication plan that connects with each school three times a quarter, including school visits where possible.
• Deliver workshops that provide educators with the skills, knowledge and inspiration they need to positively engage their students and become socially involved in their communities.
• Work with the Market Director to develop a strategy to reach new schools, prioritize engagement of existing schools, and manage high‑level relationships.
• Represent WE Schools on the front line, pitching WE programming to new and existing stakeholders as needed.
• Drive engagement and conversion among schools, educators and student leads.
• Implement plans to nurture relationships with schools and educators and retain their involvement year‑to‑year, deepening their fundraising capacity and involvement by 10% per year.
• Set agreed annual target goals for the portfolio to achieve commitment to the program and campaigns, attend WE Day, and host an outreach and speaking tour.
• Maintain excellent relations with existing schools to ensure an 85% retention and re‑engagement minimum standard year over year.
• Prepare and provide regular reports on the status of the portfolio and activities (e.g., participation rates in a specific campaign).
• Measure the impact of school actions across all programs and campaigns using quantitative and qualitative information.
• Collect profile pieces during the school year to support Marketing and Creative Services initiatives.

What you bring (Skills & Qualifications):

• 3+ years of professional experience or strong background in fundraising and/or sales.
• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Education, Political Science, International Development/Relations or another relevant field.
• A self‑starter with a high level of motivation and an ability to thrive with minimal supervision.
• Sales‑oriented mindset, proven ability to meet targets, customer‑focused nature with built‑in cultural awareness.
• Detail oriented to manage a large portfolio.
• Self‑motivated, passionate, and possessing an entrepreneurial spirit.
• Proficient use of MS Office programs and experience with database management (preferably Salesforce).
• Strong understanding of service learning, civic engagement and international social justice issues.
• Results focused with ability to work independently to meet individual and team goals.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.

We are an equal‑opportunity employer committed to diversity and welcome all interested parties to apply. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.